$270,000

6205 SW 12th St Des Moines, IA 50315

$3,206
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,120 sqft
0.2 acres
$241 / sqft
House

Property details

About 6205 SW 12th St

Charming 3-Bedroom Home on a Corner Lot! This well-maintained property features 3 spacious bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. Enjoy the beauty and durability of hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen comes fully equipped with appliances included, making move-in a breeze. Relax or entertain in the fenced-in backyard—perfect for pets, play, or gardening. A 2-car attached garage provides plenty of storage and convenience. Situated on a desirable corner lot in a quiet neighborhood, this home offers comfort and value. Don’t miss out!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,120 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built2015
ParkingAttached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #718396
Attached garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior: Dining Area, Window Treatments
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $270,000
  • Price/SqFt: $241
  • Annual Tax Amount: $902
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: From Army Post RD, North of SE 12th to home.
  • Year Built: 2015
  • Living Area: 1,120 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
  • MLS Number: 718396
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Iowa Realty South
  • Office Phone: (515) 453-5897
  • Listing Agent: Marcus Sereg

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6205 SW 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50315 - ranch-style house featuring a garage and driveway

$270,000

6205 SW 12th St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 05, 2015
Home Sold
$145,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$235,900$902
2021$193,000$902
2020$43,620$902
2019$43,620$468
2018$26,320$468
2017$26,320$144

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Morris Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

1401 Geil Ave

3

Wright Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

5001 SW 14th St

4

Studebaker Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

300 E County Line Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $40,625. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

42%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

41%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
15%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 6205 SW 12th St

The listing price of 6205 SW 12th St property is $270,000.

The property 6205 SW 12th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.

Active Listing: 6205 SW 12th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 6205 SW 12th St are: Morris Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Wright Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Studebaker Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), McCombs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Virtual Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Norwalk High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $902 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 5, 2015 for $145,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 6205 SW 12th St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 6205 SW 12th St is 1,120 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 6205 SW 12th St is 2015.

This home is located at 6205 SW 12th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the Watrous South neighborhood. This 1,120 square foot home, which was built in 2015, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $270,000.

Over 49 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 141 listings were sold below the listed price and 58 listings were sold for the listed price. In April 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7.2% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 41 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $215,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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